Hutchins Consort: If Music be the Food of Love (Encinitas)

On the second concert of the season, the Hutchins Consort will perform Tchaikovsky's Serenade for Strings, Mendelssohn's “Scherzo” from A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Bottesini's Passione Amarosa, featuring Andrés Martín and Joe McNalley, double bass soloists, among other pieces.

Date: Feb. 13, 2026 Friday @ 7pm

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The Hutchins Consort

Dive into a world of musical innovation and sonic exploration with Hutchins Consort – an innovative string ensemble renowned for their groundbreaking approach to chamber music.

The group performs on the rare and beautiful Hutchins violins– a distinctive lineup of eight specially-crafted violins that collectively span an astonishing eight octaves. This exceptional configuration allows Hutchins Consort to recreate the rich textures and dynamic intricacies of a full orchestra, all within the intimacy of a chamber ensemble.

Led by a group of accomplished musicians and visionaries, each Hutchins Consort performance is an electrifying and virtuosic musical experience.

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music surrounded by friends! Get your tickets now.

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We're happy to offer free parking and open seating at our concerts. Attire is generally California casual, but you do you! All are welcome.

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Hutchins Consort: If Music be the Food of Love (Encinitas)

Feb. 13, 7:00 pm, St. Andrew's Episcopal Church